{"product_id":"digital-dc-output-module-allen-bradley-1769-ob16","title":"Digital DC Output Module Allen-Bradley 1769-OB16","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1769-OB16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-density digital output module designed for the Allen-Bradley\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompactLogix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplatform. It provides\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16 sourcing DC output channels\u003c\/strong\u003e, enabling reliable switching control between the PLC and field devices such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esolenoid valves, relays, motor starters, and indicator lights\u003c\/strong\u003e. The module converts digital control commands from the controller into discrete DC output signals for industrial actuators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for efficient control cabinet integration, the 1769-OB16 features a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecompact modular design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat supports\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehigh-density I\/O installations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon standard\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIN rail or panel-mounted systems\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each output channel includes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eintegrated status LEDs\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing technicians to instantly verify output states during\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecommissioning, diagnostics, or maintenance operations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eopto-isolated circuitry between the field side and the backplane\u003c\/strong\u003e, the module helps protect the controller and maintain signal integrity in electrically noisy industrial environments. This architecture improves system reliability and reduces the risk of damage caused by field-side disturbances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Identification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1769-OB16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-point sourcing DC digital output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V DC (nominal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mA at 5V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Dimensions (H × W × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118 mm × 35 mm × 87 mm \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.28 kg \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOperational Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscrete Load Switching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsed to control\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC-powered solenoids, relays, and contactor coils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein automated machinery and industrial process equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndicator Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides digital control signals for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estack lights, panel indicators, alarm lamps, and status displays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewithin control panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnables\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehigh-density discrete output expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompactLogix-based automation systems\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for installations where cabinet space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 1769-OB16 and the 1769-OB16P?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1769-OB16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a standard digital output module. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1769-OB16P\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evariant includes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eintegrated electronic protection\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eshort-circuit and overload protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor each output channel, enhancing field device protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 1769-OB16 be used in a 120V AC circuit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The module is designed strictly for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDC-powered loads\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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